July Edition: 2025 Never Before Covered

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We have reached the point of the month where we highlight several prospects that will be in the fresh set of 2025 Prep Redzone Arkansas rankings in a few weeks. In this article, we take a look at several players that are going to have an impact on the 2024 football season. The 2024 season is approaching and here are several prospects to watch out for this upcoming season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1323431' first='Rodney' last='Jackson']-Running Back-Little Rock Mills-5'7” 160-Pounds</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1323431' first='Rodney' last='Jackson'] is one of the most elusive running backs in the state of Arkansas. He is a running back that uses his speed and ability to make people miss to his advantage. Jackson can carry the ball between the tackles or cut the run down the sideline. He does a great job of catching the ball out of the backfield. Jackson has the ability to make opposing defenders miss tackles. Jackson is a dangerous player in the open field. Jackson is a prospect to watch out for over the next few months.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1329042' first='Charlie' last='Graves']-Wide Receiver-Fayetteville-6'1” 190-Pounds</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Fayetteville Bulldogs always seem to have talented prospects at the wide receiver position. Graves does a great job of using his impressive route running to create separation from opposing defensive backs. He has the ability to adjust his routes when needed to make it easier for his quarterback to deliver the football. Graves has the speed to stretch the field with the vertical deep shot. Graves is a wide receiver to watch out for as the 2024 football season approaches.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1323029' first='John' last='Brandenburg']-Offensive Line-Bentonville-6'3” 305-Pounds</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1323029' first='John' last='Brandenburg'] is an offensive line prospect that has impressive quickness out of the stance. He uses his hands well to keep the opposing defensive lineman at bay. Brandenburg has no trouble helping to open up the rushing lanes. The Bentonville offensive lineman looks to finish one block and then get to the second level to block linebackers or defensive backs. He is a prospect with the potential to blow up this upcoming season from a recruiting perspective. I expect Brandenburg to have a strong season this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1333877' first='Sid' last='Scott']-Defensive Line-Shiloh Christian-6'2” 230-Pounds</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Shiloh Christian Saints always produce players that can line up at almost any defensive position on the field. [player_tooltip player_id='1333877' first='Sid' last='Scott'] fits that description perfectly. Scott can occupy any position along the defensive front for the Saints. He does a great job of plugging up the rushing lanes the opposing offensive line attempts to create. Scott has the ability to drive opposing blockers into the offensive backfield. He can line up as an edge rusher or at the tackle position. Scott is a prospect to keep an eye on this upcoming season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1333055' first='Jaxon' last='Carleson']-Defensive Line-Little Rock Christian-6'1” 250-Pounds</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1333055' first='Jaxon' last='Carleson'] uses his pass rushing ability to get into the offensive backfield on a regular basis. He is an agile defender and will use the mix of agility and speed to defeat blocks. Carleson has the ability to be a major disruptive force in the offensive backfield. He is a defender that can drop back into pass coverage and defend against the pass when needed. Carleson is a prospect that I expect to have a strong season for Little Rock Christian.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->